the cuff is pumped up to restrict the blood flow in your arm – this squeezing may feel a bit uncomfortable, but only lasts a few seconds.you hold out one of your arms so it's at the same level as your heart, and the cuff is placed around it – your arm should be supported in this position with a cushion or the arm of a chair, for example.Try to relax and avoid talking while the test is carried out. You'll usually need to roll up your sleeves or remove any long-sleeved clothing so the cuff can be placed around your upper arm. It's best to sit down with your back supported and legs uncrossed for at least 5 minutes before the test. Having a blood pressure testĪ stethoscope, arm cuff, pump and dial was normally used to measure your blood pressure, but automatic devices with sensors and digital displays are commonly used nowadays. You can also test your blood pressure at home using a home testing kit. at an NHS Health Check appointment offered to adults aged 40 to 74 in England.at your GP surgery – by a GP, practice nurse, healthcare assistant or self-service machine.You do not have to wait to be offered one. Having this done is easy and could save your life. If you're at an increased risk of high blood pressure, you should have your blood pressure checked more often, ideally once a year. Healthy adults aged over 40 should have their blood pressure checked at least once every 5 years. High blood pressure does not usually have any symptoms, so the only way to find out if you have it is to get your blood pressure checked.
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